Airbus A320neo Diverted to Mumbai; Passengers to Continue Journey on Alternate Aircraft
A Goa-bound IndiGo flight from Delhi was forced to make an emergency landing in Mumbai on Tuesday night after suffering a mid-air engine failure, according to sources.
The flight, operating as 6E-6271 with an Airbus A320neo, declared a full emergency and was diverted to Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, where it landed safely at 9:52 PM.
The exact number of passengers on board has not yet been confirmed.
“A technical snag was detected on flight 6E-6271 while en route from Delhi to Manohar International Airport, Goa, on 16 July 2025. Following standard operating procedures, the aircraft was diverted and safely landed in Mumbai,” an IndiGo spokesperson said in a statement.
The airline confirmed that the aircraft will undergo necessary checks and maintenance before returning to service. Meanwhile, an alternative aircraft has been arranged to carry the affected passengers to Goa.
“We regret the inconvenience caused to our customers due to this unforeseen situation. At IndiGo, the safety and security of our customers, crew, and aircraft is of utmost importance,” the spokesperson added.
Further updates on the incident, including the total number of passengers and the cause of the engine issue, are awaited from relevant aviation authorities.
